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  • New Year Resolution - keep your CV up to date

    • 3 Jan 2025
    • Claire Brandon

    A new year is often a time for reflection and forward planning, and this can be the case for our careers too

  • Three ways to identify an inclusive employer

    • 18 Oct 2024
    • Hays Senior Finance

    An organisation’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) is a priority for an increasing number of professionals

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    Mastering LinkedIn: tips to enhance your profile

    • 30 Jul 2024
    • Hays Senior Finance

    LinkedIn is a powerful tool that many accountancy and finance professionals turn to when searching for a new role, but its potential stretches far beyond just job hunting.

  • What do accountancy professionals want when applying to jobs?

    • 3 Jul 2024
    • Hays

    A look at what jobseekers want during the job application process, based on survey responses from nearly 11,900 professionals.

  • The importance of AI skills for accountants

    • 7 Feb 2024
    • ICAEW Jobs

    Upskilling in AI is crucial to futureproofing your accounting career. Learn more in this article about the importance of AI skills as an accountant.

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    “Why do you want this job?” – The best way to answer this question

    • 1 Dec 2023
    • Marc Burrage - Regional Managing Director for Hays

    If you have an interview coming up, get ready to be asked why you want the job. Follow our expert advice to turn this potential pitfall into an opportunity to shine.

  • The difference between internal and external audit roles

    • 13 Nov 2023
    • ICAEW Jobs

    Professionals working in auditing fall into two camps, internal and external. Learn more about the difference between internal and external audit roles.

  • Why is ethics important for chartered accountants?

    • 1 Nov 2023
    • ICAEW Jobs

    Ethics in accounting is crucial when building trust with businesses and clients. Learn more about the importance of ethics for chartered accountants.

  • How to future proof your chartered accountancy career

    • 1 Sep 2023
    • ICAEW Jobs

    Wondering how to future proof your career as a chartered accountant? This article explores the things that you can do to secure your next role.

  • What skills do you need to become a Financial Analyst?

    • 11 Jul 2023
    • ICAEW Jobs

    Looking to become a financial analyst? Learn more about what skills you need to become a financial analyst with our guide.

  • How to manage your career like a pro

    • 31 May 2023
    • ICAEW Jobs

    In the last of the Careers Series Oliver Deacon discusses how to structure career thinking, get the skills you need, what matters in getting promoted, and owning your development plan.

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    How to wow in interviews and negotiate your worth

    • 1 May 2023
    • ICAEW Jobs

    So, you landed the interview, but how do you make sure you do the best you can? And once you land the job, how can you maximise the chance of negotiating your worth?

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    How to build a great CV and use the full power of LinkedIn

    • 17 Apr 2023
    • ICAEW Jobs

    Everyone hates writing a CV, but they are the best way to help hiring managers understand the value you can add to their organisation.

  • Navigating career changes: How to make a smooth transition

    • 17 Mar 2023

    Are you considering making a career change? Learn how to navigate a career change and make a smooth transition to finance and accounting with our guide.

  • How to find a job through networking

    • 9 Dec 2022

    This piece looks at how you can find a job through networking, as well as some tips you can use to help you land the job of your dreams.

  • The ICAEW guide to successful job search: Handling the offer and negotiation stage

    • 2 Dec 2022
    • Simon Gray

    In the final episode of The ICAEW Guide to Successful Job Search series, host Simon Gray, FCA, offers advice on how to negotiate the best deal after being offered a position.

  • The ICAEW guide to successful job search: Delivering a first-class interview

    • 18 Nov 2022
    • Simon Gray

    In the ninth episode of The ICAEW Guide to Successful Job Search series, host Simon Gray, FCA, offers his top tips on how to make sure you perform at your best during an interview.

  • The ICAEW guide to successful job search: Positioning yourself online

    • 4 Nov 2022
    • Simon Gray

    In episode eight of The ICAEW Guide to Successful Job Search series, host Simon Gray, FCA, advises on how you can use LinkedIn to access the 'hidden' job market.

  • How to update your CV when looking for a new position

    • 21 Oct 2022

    When was the last time you updated your CV? Three months, three years or not at all? If you are looking for a new finance or accounting position, then updating your CV should be a priority for you.

  • The ICAEW guide to successful job search: The power of networking

    • 20 Oct 2022
    • Simon Gray

    In the seventh episode of The ICAEW Guide to Successful Job Search series, host Simon Gray, FCA, describes why networking is so important and how it will help you build relationships with key players in the job market.